Liberals must not become ‘One Nation lite’, NSW senator says, as Joyce defection tightens upper house race

Leading moderate Maria Kovacic, who is up for re-election in 2028, warns against following far-right party as Coalition grapples with internal ructionsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Coalition senator says the Liberals must not become “One Nation lite” to combat the threat of Pauline Hanson’s party, which has been bolstered by Barnaby Joyce’s defection from the Nationals.The New South Wales senator and leading moderate Maria Kovacic has conceded Joyce’s decision to join One Nation to lead its Senate ticket in the state made it “much more challenging” for the Liberals to retain all of their seats. Continue reading...